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Non-invasive Treatment for Uterine Fibroids Using Focused Ultrasound

Project Lead(s): James O'Reilly

Harmonic Medical, based out of Toronto, are working with collaborators in Egypt to develop and test a low-cost, non-invasive focused ultrasound surgery (FUS) system for the treatment of uterine fibroids in an outpatient setting. This solution would provide a cost-effective, safe, accessible alternative to the traditional treatment for uterine fibroids - hysterectomy - for women in the developing world.

Innovation Overview

Program

Stars in Global Health - Round 9

Institution

Harmonic Medical Inc.

Institution Country

Canada

Implementation Country

Egypt, Arab Rep.

Implementation Region

Middle East and North Africa

Priority

Other, Reproductive Health

Platform

Medical Device

Grand Challenges Canada’s programs are primarily undertaken with the financial support of the Government of Canada provided through Global Affairs Canada.